Colt Junior Model .25 ACP Semi-Automatic Pocket Pistol MFD 1965 C&R
SOLD FOR: $760
WOA#: WY240302LSB005
Make: Colt, assembled by Firearms International
Model: Automatic Caliber 25 (Junior)
Serial Number: 26610CC
Year of Manufacture: 1963-65 (https://www.colt.com/serial-lookup)
Caliber: .25 ACP
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol with Removable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “JUNIOR COLT / CAL. .25””. The right side of the slide is marked “Colt’s Pt.F.A.Mfg.Co. / Hartford Ct.U.S.A.”. The right side of the slide is marked “26610CC” and “MADE IN SPAIN / FOR COLT’S”. The bottom of the magazine is marked, “COLT”. The left side of the frame is marked with a circled “S” for the safety. The top right of the slide is marked “26610CC”.
Barrel Length: 2 1/8″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a short blade and the rear sight is a shallow square notch, both integral to the rib.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth bone. The grips have no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition as not original to the gun.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. The metal shows only light handling marks and minor operational wear. There is thinning on the leading edges. The trigger has a few rust freckles. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Excellent condition as C&R.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. There is a frame-mounted safety mounted that can also be used to lock the slide back, it also features a magazine disconnect safety. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a total of oneC Colt 6rd .25 ACP magazine in Excellent condition.
Our Assessment: Colt’s original .25 ACP vest-pocket, the 1908, was very popular in its day, but Colt felt it needed an update as production returned to normal following WWII. Colt had restarted production of the 1908 after WWII but due to the market being flooded with affordable European options it did not sell well. They then developed the Colt Junior, but due to expensive manufacturing costs, they had Astra Unceta y Cia manufacture them in Spain. About 40,000 were produced in Spain from 1958 to 1968 when they were banned from import due to the GCA. Following this new legislation, assembly of Spanish made parts was moved to Firearms International in Washington D.C. and re-named the Automatic Caliber .25. This example is in great condition, appearing to have seen limited and responsible use. It will be an interesting addition to your collection without taking up much room and should be a very fun shooter too. Please see our photos and good luck! – L.S.
